Humorists' photos to be displayed

Mon, 31 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB | Source: JP

JAKARTA (JP): Fifty photos of well-known Indonesian humorists
and comedians, past and present, will be displayed in an
exhibition, from Aug. 1 to Aug. 30, at the Boim Cafe.

The exhibition, being held to celebrate the 50th anniversary
of Indonesia's independence, is scheduled to be opened by State
Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Hayono Isman, television
personality Harry de Fretes, better known as Boim, chief
organizer of the exhibition, told Antara on Saturday.

Harry, a comedian and film actor, said the event will coincide
with the grand opening of a "comedy cafe", called Boim Cafe,
named after Harry's nickname. Harry is the manager of the cafe.

He said the exhibition is a form of respect for the profession
of comedians, while also remembering renowned comedians who have
died, including S. Bagio, Bing Slamet, Gepeng and many others.
(bas)

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